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Sponsors
8 Co-sponsors
History
- Held for consideration in transportation
- Referred to transportation
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BILL NUMBER:A10205
Title of bill
An act to amend the vehicle and traffic law, in relation to extending the maximum length of vehicles
Purpose or general idea of bill
To extend the maximum length of vehi- cles to allow some specialized maintenance vehicles the ability to oper- ate without penalty.
Justification
In 2003 New York State authorized recreational vehicles (RV's) up to 45 feet in length to travel on highways to aid tourism in the state. However, the law neglected to include professional vehicles that perform routine and important tasks throughout the state. Many citizens depend on the service abilities of these vehicles, which extend past the current allowable length to allow for increased safety and equipment. The current law is out of step with the needs of its citizen- ry. If untrained recreational drivers are able to legally navigate on state roads, then professionals should be allowed the same allowance.
Prior legislative history
New Bill
Fiscal implications
None
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately
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